Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Photo: Down to Earth Recipes
A vegan version of classic frosting- use for birthday cakes, cupcakes and cookies!
Yield
2 cups frosting (enough for a 9-inch cake or 12 cupcakes)
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Desserts
Ingredients
  • ½ cup vegan shortening, room temperature
  • ½ cup vegan margarine, room temperature
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 3-4 cups sifted powdered sugar
  • 2-4 Tablespoons vanilla soy creamer
Instructions
  1. Beat the shortening, margarine, and extract/paste in a large bowl until creamy.
  2. Add in powdered sugar and soy creamer in increments, beating continuously until fluffy and light. Scrape sides and continue beating to slightly fluff the frosting. Add more powdered sugar for a stiffer frosting, more soy creamer for a softer frosting.
  3. Use a butter knife to spread onto cupcakes, or use a pastry bag and pipe swirls onto the tops.